HSE confirms 72% fall in cases of rotavirus disease since 2016 vaccine introduction

Sarah Jackson, Surveillance Scientist from the Health Protection Surveillance Centre, explained how the number of cases of rotavirus infection reported in Ireland has fallen from 2,305 cases in 2017 to 636 cases in 2018

HSE & Irish Heart Foundation Collaborate to Provide Stroke Support Groups

Approximately 10,000 people die each year in Ireland from cardiovascular disease – including coronary heart disease, stroke and other circulatory diseases. It is currently the cause of one-third of all deaths and one in five premature deaths.

Pioneering mental health service in Cork to address first episodes of psychosis

A pioneering mental health service which aims to address first episodes of psychosis has launched in Cork.

Joint Committee on Health Meeting Wednesday 22nd May 2019

HSE Home Sharing Scheme-Sligo/Leitrim

The Home Sharing Scheme is a short break scheme facilitated by the HSE in Sligo and Leitrim. It involves caring for and sharing your home with a child or an adult with a disability and/or autism.

Safeguarding Ireland Awareness Campaign

10% of Irish adults have witnessed adult abuse in the past year and 81% have said that tougher laws would encourage them to take greater action to combat abuse – according to new research commissioned by Safeguarding Ireland.

Carrigaline Primary Care Centre officially opened by an Tánaiste Simon Coveney

Carrigaline Primary Care Centre, which hosts about 3,000 appointments every week, has been officially opened by an Tánaiste Simon Coveney.

Minister Simon Harris TD Officially Launches E DOC GP Out of Hours Service

This service will include Nurse Led Triage, Nurse and GP consultation at each treatment centre and also home visits where appropriate. It will operate from 6pm to 8am on weekdays and 24 hours at weekends and on public holidays.

Leaders in Management Programme CHO 1

Thursday 2nd May 2019 saw the most recent group of HSE senior staff complete an eight-month Leadership Development programme.

START campaign encourages parents to start tackling treats by swapping them for healthier after-school and evening snacks

New research reveals foods high in fat, salt and sugar are the second-most consumed food group by children